2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Forester | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
